Stunning Rural Location Offering Peaceful Relaxation

Penela, Coimbra District
$182 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

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Sleep 8

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Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Casa das Sobreiras (The House of Cork-Oaks) is a detached family villa finished to a high specification, in the peaceful village location with far reaching stunning views of Mt. Vez and across the valley opposite. A large equipped patio area with BBQ and Pizza Oven with comfortable alfresco dining area, together with a secure and private tranquil setting of large gardens with heated pool and hot tub, allowing for all year-round bathing.
Enter the property through the main electrically operated gates and proceed to the large garage which has sufficient parking inside for two cars, there is log storage area and a workshop, attached also is a bathroom with wash basin, WC and Shower. The garage also contains a clothes dryer and chest freezer.
The pool and relaxation areas have space for pool and sun beds, garden furniture with plenty of shade. There is a 2-person hot tub and pool shower, children’s flume and diving board. The pool is heated and automatically salt chlorinated, for all year bathing. The surrounding terrace is well illuminated together with built-in remote-controlled pool lighting, colours of which can be varied as desired.
The villa is ideally set up for couples or family holidays with complete privacy. The villa is air- conditioned throughout and underfloor heating is available in all rooms
The accommodation is luxuriously equipped with fitted units throughout and capable of comfortably sleeping 8 guests (additional camp-beds are available on request):
Master en-suite double bedroom with king size double bed and large opening windows to tiled balcony with views over the valley to the small town of Espinhal;
2nd en-suite double bedroom with king size double bed;
3rd bedroom with king size double beds, use of house bathroom;
4th en-suite bedroom with twin single beds;
Arranged as you require at booking enquiry stage;
Free Internet and wi-fi access are available and can be arranged at booking enquiry stage;
Relax in the very comfortable lounge and enjoy the large TV with Sky channels;
There is also a DVD player and well stocked library of DVDs, CDs and popular books;
If you prefer outside relaxation settle down on one of the terraces or patio areas with a coffee or glass of wine on a warm peaceful evening under the amazing clear starlit, skies;
Tired of star gazing then turn on the illuminations, light up the terrace and change the atmosphere completely and maybe enjoy an evening swim in the illuminated pool and be surprised how the water feels even warmer than in the sunshine earlier;
The villa position offers easy access to safe off road walks in rural shady forest surroundings;
A quiet and peaceful location yet only 5 minutes from the Castle town of Penela and 30 mins south of the original capital City of Coimbra. About 2 hours from Porto or Lisbon. A real gem in the heart of Portugal. Within 5 minutes’ drive of local Supermarket, Variety of restaurants, Bars, Cafes, Shops, Hairdresser, Banks, Internet cafe, Chemists and Doctors surgery. Local Organic farmers markets are every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. There are a number of historical towns to explore within a short drive. Coimbra the original Capital city on the river Mondego with beautiful university and Quinta das Lagrimas (the house of tears) learn about the romantic tragic Romeo and Juliet story and visit the fountains of Love and Tears;
Fatima (Portugal's Lourdes) the city of the apparition;
Tomar, about 30 mins on A13 southbound, with Moorish castle, Convento de Cristo and town market;
Figueira da Foz with Ocean and amazing white sandy Beaches 30/40 minutes’ drive, via Condeixa and Soure;
The impressive Roman villa site of Conimbriga only minutes from the house;
A smaller excavation site in Rabaçal (Look for the traditional local Rabaçal cheese sold in the village and widely throughout Portugal;
Our representative will meet you on arrival and welcome you to the house and area on your arrival and describe to you the local supermarket, baker and restaurants etc.;
I am always available by text, e mail or mobile for any help or information you may require;
Additional information is also provided in the Mobile Hospitality Information File that is made available to guests after booking, via e mail.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1314 Sq Ft (122 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available (fee Applies)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Hot Tub Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Bidet Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cave Exploring Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Music Library Stereo Video Library TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • John M.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    This is our second time staying here. It is a terrific location just outside of the town of Penela and only 30 minutes away from Coimbra. The house and pool are well maintained and it is perfect for two families

  • Richard P.

    Submitted Apr 29, 2025

    Stayed Apr 16, 2025

    This is a beautiful house with heated floors, a heated pool and a hot tub (and all 3 worked which isn't always the case with a rental). Our 9 year old loved the pool and slide, we all loved barbecuing on the outside fire (you need to go into town to get the briquets) and we loved the spacious well-appointed house. It's on a quiet country road on a tough to navigate turn, but once there it is a little slice of nice. It was central for us as we visited Sortelha, Fatima, the Schist Villages and a River Walk in the nearby mountains for some canyoneering. I could see this being a great chill house for a family reunion or trip.

  • Tammera N.

    Submitted Feb 14, 2025

    Stayed Jan 30, 2025

    Great property and attentive host!

  • Ros J.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2024

    Stayed Aug 18, 2024

    Lovely property it is in a lovely , peaceful location yet only a short drive to local supermarkets and restaurants . Very well equipped , one thing that would be useful is a full length mirror in a bedroom. Great communication We will return

  • mike s.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    We have had a fantastic time. The Villa was absolutely perfect I didn’t want to leave ? it had absolutely everything we would look for in a holiday. Very well equipped. Peaceful and tranquil. The location was idyllic and secluded. We would 100% return it was just Perfect. Thank you ?

  • Steve J.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2024

    Stayed May 31, 2024

    Absolutely stunning location. Beautiful home inside and out. The owner and property manager were very helpful and easy to communicate with. We will certainly make plans to stay at this home in the future. Can’t say enough how much the entire family enjoyed our stay

  • Janet R.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2023

    Stayed Sep 18, 2023

    We came back to Portugal after four years having spent many years on the Algarve and touring from the far North, through the centre and along the whole coast. We wanted to find a typical, unspoiled area this time and found this lovely villa near Penela. The location, surroundings and countryside are so beautiful and unspoiled. It is Portugal as we remembered it, near to so many lovely places, amazing beaches and fantastic restaurants. Prices are still very good and we had some lovely meals. A notable one at the little bar in the town near Dom Sesnando , on the corner, best meal goat in red wine, pork steaks, chips , carafe of wine and 2 beers, 18 euros. Family owned , very simple, perfect. We barbecued turbot , drank lots of wine, went to the winery in Penela which is also a museum for olive oil production. Worth a visit , tasting with local cheeses , hams and honey. Adelaide , the Manager went out of her way to help and advise us. We can’t wait to go back and sit by the gorgeous pool , sipping wine and listening to nothing but the wind in the pine trees. Your house is lovely Jean.

  • Kathleen B.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2023

    Stayed Sep 26, 2023

    Great accommodations. Spacious and clean. The deck with hot tub and pool area was a great way to relax after a day of sight seeing. Check in process was lacking with no person available on sight and poor written instructions. In spite of this our stay was very comfortable. Would recommend.

  • John M.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2023

    Stayed Sep 10, 2023

    The house and pool were wonderful for our family of grandparents parents and grandchildren. We had plenty of room for everyone the option for outdoor covered dining was a bonus. The market a short drive away made it convenient to purchase our groceries. The road up to the house is narrow but once there the views are amazing. The swimming pool was outstanding the temperature and buoyancy of the water a delight

  • Anita A.

    Submitted Jul 9, 2023

    Stayed Jun 30, 2023

    What a lovely stay my family enjoyed in a delightfully secluded area with a stunning view of the mountains. A wonderful, inviting salt water pool, large outdoor kitchen, relaxing living room and all the comforts of home. We had a great time and will cherish the memories forever.

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